After a sensational win in the first play-off eliminator against Nottingham Outlaws, Coventry Bears are now only two matches away from a National Conference League Grand Final appearance.

Saturday night sees the visit of Warrington Wizards, the team Bears beat to third place in the last league match of the season.

Both teams play expansive exciting rugby league, so with the Bears determined to progress in the play-offs, and Warrington looking to avenge their recent defeat, the match should be a thrilling encounter.

Club director Alan Robinson said. “It’s been a great season for us so far and everyone has worked very hard for what we have already achieved.

“I know the lads don’t want to settle for anything less than a Grand Final spot from this play-off series and I have every faith that they can achieve that.”

“The coaches have created a great culture within the squad and it’s this good environment that I feel has set us apart from many of the other clubs this season and have put us in this position now.”

“I’m really looking forward to this weekend and know that if we carry on the good form we have plenty of firepower to defeat Warrington Wizards.”

After already giving fans a successful season, the Bears have the potential to end the year in style and bring silverware to the city. And with the ambition and progress the club has shown as a whole, Coventry is set to see rugby league become a high profile sport in the area.

Kick-off for this crucial clash is at 6pm, following Coventry RFC’s match against Cambridge at Butts Park Arena. Entry is £5, concessions £3 and free for kids under 16. Union supporters who attend the Cambridge match can watch the Bears v Wizards tie for free.